Springing Forward With Industry Events

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

From Powder Coating Week insights to SUR/FIN opportunities, Products Finishing celebrates industry progress, people and the technologies shaping our future.

Torno suizo APSX-Nano: precisión en espacios reducidos

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

APSX presenta el APSX-Nano, un torno suizo CNC compacto, diseñado para aplicaciones que requieren precisión extrema en un espacio mínimo.

People in composites: May 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

IACMI, Ilium Composites, Wrexham University, 47G, Gurit and Thermwood Corp. have shared new hires and promotions in the composites industry.

In Case You Missed It: Top May Content

Sarah Barnett | MoldMaking Technology

If you didn’t have time to keep up, no worries. We’ve rounded up the top articles from May so you can catch up on what your peers were reading, sharing, and talking about.

Prepreg compression molding supports higher-rate propeller manufacturing

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

To meet increasing UAV market demands, Mejzlik Propellers has added a higher-rate compression molding line to its custom CFRP propeller capabilities.  

Precision Machining Technology Review: May 2025

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s May 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from NSK America Corp., Haimer, Allied Machine and Engineering, Horn, The L.S. Starrett Co. and Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence.

A New Frontier in Surface Finish Control

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

What if your machine tool could measure surface roughness as it cuts? This article explores how in-process metrology is advancing from concept to reality, enabling real-time feedback, immediate detection of anomalies and new levels of control over surface quality. Discover the technologies making this possible.

The ChemQuest Group Appoints Director

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

The ChemQuest Group, a global consulting firm, has announced the appointment of Roudabeh Heshmatazad as a director.

Monaghan Reamer Reconditioning Service Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The company’s reamer reconditioning service includes replacing all blades, grinding fresh bevel geometry, refurbishing the body of the reamer and optional coating of the blades if required.

Sames North America Launches Nanobell 8 Series

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Rotary bell atomizers bring automotive-grade coating performance to a broad range of industrial markets through the 801, 803 and 805 models.

Monaghan Reamer Reconditioning Service Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The company’s reamer reconditioning service includes replacing all blades, grinding fresh bevel geometry, refurbishing the body of the reamer and optional coating of the blades if required.

Royal3D Uses Large-Scale 3D Printing for Aquatic Drone Production

Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing

ShearWater aquatic drone, manufactured with fiberglass-reinforced recycled PETG, demonstrates precision 3D printing capabilities, sustainability focus and design innovation for maritime and heavy-duty applications.

Solar Atmospheres Expands Presence in Northeastern Region

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The company announces the opening of its seventh U.S. heat treat operation.

Updated Milling Grade Offers Offers Strong Cutting Edges for Process Reliability, Extended Tool Life

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Walter’s WSM36G PVD-coated Tiger·tec Gold WSM36G milling grade is specifically for the P3204 inserts used in the Walter Xtra·tecXT M5460 profile milling cutter for precise copying and finishing.

Zoller Opens Registration for Toolroom of the Year Competition

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Zoller’s Toolroom of the Year competition highlights companies that exemplify operational excellence through the strategic implementation of the company’s solutions.

Precision Conveyor Technologies Publishes Guide for Specifying Industrial Paint Finishing Systems

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

The technical guide helps engineering teams make informed decisions when planning liquid or powder finishing systems.

Low-Volume Dryer for Engineering Resins

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Target markets are low-volume, high-precision specialty applications in automotive as well as in electronics, connectors and technical molding.  
#electronics

Video: 3D Printed Ceramic Injection Molds Provide Functional Tooling in Hours

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

A ceramic-filled resin enables the production of injection molding-ready tools in just hours, as highlighted during PTXPO 2025. 

LSR Cold Runner Deploys Servo-Actuated Needles for Smart Operation

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Elmet says the patent-pending SMARTshot I cold runner measurement and control concept uses servo-actuated nozzle needles to enable automatic startup without additional sensors.

Exportaciones de productos manufacturados crecen 6.6 % en abril

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En abril de 2025, las exportaciones de productos manufacturados alcanzaron los 49,015 millones de dólares.

ISO 9001 Standard Revision Nears 2026

| MoldMaking Technology

ISO 9001:2015 update targets September 2026, addressing digitalization, AI and sustainability; transition period likely to follow for certified organizations.
#regulations

Arburg inspira a jóvenes ingenieras con jornada técnica

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Diez estudiantes visitaron Arburg como parte de una excursión del VDMA. Conocieron a mujeres líderes y las oportunidades para el talento femenino en tecnología.